Cape Breton Island (Photo: Nova Scotia Tourism)
By Kat Tancock
When we think of island vacations, the tropical always springs to mind: hot sun, sand, flip-flops and a fruity drink with an umbrella. But Canada has islands on offer, too, with a lot more to attract visitors than you might think. (more…)
Cathedral Mountain Lodge (Photo: Capilano Group)
By Carissa Bluestone
Getting out into nature doesn’t have to mean tent camping and pit toilets. For a truly unforgettable vacation without a hint of “roughing it”, opt for one of these gorgeous wilderness retreats where you can helicopter to a remote fishing stream, pull up to your chalet on dogsled or ease into a hot tub in view of a glacial lake. (more…)
Emerald Lake Lodge in Yoho National Park, AB (Photo courtesy of Canadian Rocky Mountain Resorts)
By Carissa Bluestone
You don’t have to run off to Aruba to celebrate Valentine’s Day or beat the winter blahs: there are plenty of options for romantic long weekends within our borders. Revel in unearthly icy beauty or hide from it in front of a roaring fireplace. (more…)
Prince Edward Island; photo courtesy of Tourism PEI/John Sylvester
By Carissa Bluestone
Winter is far from over, but if you plan to visit one of Canada’s most popular summer destinations this year, don’t waste any time snatching up the choicest hotels and tours. If you do, you may miss out on early-bird discounts or have to postpone your dream vacation altogether. (more…)
Scandinave Spa Whistler (Photo by Greg Eymundson/insight-photography.com)
By Meghan Wilson-Smith
This time of year can overwhelm even the most spirited of us. To combat the mid-winter blahs, whisk yourself away for a spa stay—whether in the heart of the city or by the ocean or surrounded by mountain peaks—and a full roster of delicious, relaxing treatments. (more…)
Photo courtesy of Travel Manitoba
Canadians don’t hibernate in winter. Far from it!
We use the season to our advantage with fun-loving festivals from Atlantic Canada to the Yukon packed with wintry pursuits like ice sculpting, skating, and the age-old traditions of chainsaw chucking and beard growing. (more…)
We admit it, we’re a bit northern lights obsessed here at Where.ca. But can you blame us? Canada is one of the best places on earth to see this stunning light show in all its glory. (more…)
Photo by madlyinlovewithlife.
By Meghan Wilson-Smith
Winter is upon us, and in Canada that means prime time for pints and poutine. Indulge through to spring with these delicious Canadian comfort foods, concocted at some of Canada’s top restaurants, bakeries and holes-in-the-wall. (more…)
Quebec City's Rue du Petit-Champlain decorated for the holidays. Photo by Jean-François Bergeron, Enviro Foto.
In this vast country of ours, landscapes, cultures, climates and in some cases Christmas traditions vary widely.
Here’s just a taste of the holiday season, from gorgeous decorations to quirky annual events, in top destinations across Canada.
Photo by Om
By Kat Tancock
Baby, it’s dark outside—and it’s going to get worse before it gets better. Brighten up your cold winter nights and get in the holiday spirit with these gorgeous Canadian lights displays.
Image from the Canadian Rockies Trail Guide
By Meghan Wilson-Smith
Touring the wide expanses of Canada can only be enriched with a little literature to guide you through. Pick up one of these twelve inspiring books to disappear into, travel with and share. Our list of Canadiana is here to inspire your next adventure while learning about the wonders that make Canada great! (more…)
By Carissa Bluestone and Shannon Kelly
Whether your friends and family are jetsetters or armchair travellers, you’re bound to find something on our list of gifts that they’d love. (more…)
Photo courtesy of the Tremblant Activity Centre
By Meghan Wilson-Smith
Canada’s deep, winding rivers, soaring cliffs, meandering fields and soaring skyscrapers can be seen from a hiking trail or a city sidewalk, but for a truly stunning panoramic view, to lose yourself in Canada’s beauty and awe-inspiring vistas, don’t miss the road less travelled by: the view from above. (more…)
By Meghan Wilson-Smith
It doesn’t take long for Canadians to feel the doldrums of winter start to take hold. But, being the clever Canucks that we are, we’ve figured out exciting ways to make winter full of exploration and adventure. From cave exploration to kite boarding (on ice) to dog sledding, winter can be a time when your best vacation memories are made. Let’s stop hibernating! It’s time to appreciate Canada for the winter wonderland it is. (more…)
Re-enactment at Fort George National Historic Site. Photo by Marc Hadley.
Historic Canadian battlegrounds—many with restored or replica forts, barracks and weaponry and colourful re-enactment events—echo cannon and rifle fire from standoffs beginning with 17th-century conflicts with First Nations people, through the Seven Years’ War and the War of 1812, and ending with the late-19th-century North-West Rebellion with the Métis people. (more…)
Chesterman Beach. Photo by James Wheeler.
Vancouver Island’s 124-km Pacific Rim Highway is one of Canada’s great drives. (Get the map.) Along the way, you motor along past beautiful lakes, lush evergreen forests and rainforests, ending up in the beach capital of western Canada—Tofino. The drive can take two hours, or several days if you make leisurely stops along the way. (more…)
Department of Tourism & Parks, New Brunswick, Canada
By Merle Rosenstein
Head for the hills this fall and explore one of Canada’s many eye-catching trails, whether it’s tackling tough terrain on BC’s west coast or a slow sojourn on the Fundy Footpath. Well-trodden trails accommodate any age or fitness level. Fall is an excellent time to get outside and capture the golden glow that softens the landscape. Proper hiking boots, water and snacks are a must. (more…)
©Tourisme Abitibi-Témiscamingue/Mathieu Dupuis
By Red Hunt
Rugged, natural beauty is what the Quebec region of Abitibi-Témiscamingue is known for. The northernmost part of the province accessible by road, Abitibi-Témiscamingue—a six-hour drive northwest of Montreal or north of Ottawa—provides a window into the northern wilderness of La Belle Province, especially during the fall and winter seasons. (more…)
Okanagan Valley ©Tourism BC/JF Bergeron
Fall is the perfect time for forest hikes, Sunday drives, wine tours and tucking into autumn harvest meals. But did you know it’s also prime polar-bear-viewing season? From our favourite foliage tours to some unexpected adventures, we’ve rounded up the best fall getaways Canada has to offer. (more…)
Photo courtesy of Ontario Tourism
By Merle Rosenstein
Fall evokes images of warm woolen sweaters, steaming hot chocolate and fresh apple crumble. In Ontario the end of summer is heralded by an eruption of colour—oranges, reds and yellows painted across treetops—and the gabble and squawk of birds as they migrate south. Autumn is a time of agricultural bounty in the province, displayed in farmers’ markets and at roadside stands: MacIntosh, Royal Gala and other tempting apple varieties are ripe for picking. The drama of the season and the cool weather makes this a perfect time for a vigorous hike in the country. In the cities and towns, calendars are bursting with events from film and literary festivals to ghost walks and fall country fairs
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